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Book offers recipes ‘Fresh from the Farmers’ Market’

Staff Report BRANDON, Miss. — One of the nation’s leading cookbook publishers, Quail Ridge Press, has announced the publication of the
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August 31, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Aug. 28 Car & Motorcycle Show benefits Rock House Kids

Staff Report Rock House Kids invites you to the Rock Valley Mustang Club’s annual Car & Motorcycle Show, from 8
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August 24, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

South Beloit Fire Department’s Corn Boil set for Aug. 27

Staff Report The South Beloit Fire Department will host their annual Corn Boil and Street Dance from 11 a.m. to
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August 24, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

SwedishAmerican offers online bill payment

Staff Report To provide added convenience for patients and their families, SwedishAmerican Health System has added an online bill payment feature
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August 24, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Aug. 31 deadline to enter ‘Most Beautiful Eyes Contest’

Staff Report CHICAGO — The deadline to submit entries to the “Most Beautiful Eyes Contest” from Prevent Blindness America is quickly
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August 24, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Small molecules shed light on cancer therapies

By Jennifer Shike Media Communications Specialist, U of I College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences URBANA, Ill. — Patients suffering from
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August 24, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Pet Talk: Can a reptile be man’s best friend?

From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University When thinking of reptiles, the image that comes to the minds of most
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August 24, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Young professionals sought for photo-op Aug. 18

Staff Report The Attracting & Retaining Talent to the Rockford Area (ARTRA) Steering Committee invites all Rockford area young professionals
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August 17, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

La Voz Latina seeks ‘Latinos of Distinction’

Staff Report La Voz Latina, a local organization devoted to empowering Latino youth and adults through education and training, seeks to
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August 17, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Chicago Shoreline Marathon set for Aug. 20

Staff Report The Fifth Annual Chicago Shoreline Marathon — the only open-water kayak race in Chicago — is set for 10
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August 17, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Pet Talk: Chill out with your pet during summer heat

From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University Summer generally is a time for relaxation and fun in the sun. Short
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August 17, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Healthy eyesight key part of success in classroom

By Prevent Blindness America CHICAGO — For many, the first day of school is quickly approaching. And parents know there is
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August 17, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Health officials: Back-to-school immunizations important

Staff Report CHICAGO — The Illinois Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (ICAAP), the Illinois Maternal and Child Health Coalition
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August 17, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Rockford’s City Market generating Friday-night business

Staff Report Rockford City Market’s goal of creating a weekly downtown tradition that continues to grow jobs and businesses is proving
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August 10, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Rock Valley College police warn of potential scam

Staff Report Rock Valley College police are warning residents of a group of individuals soliciting funds on behalf of RVC athletics. Reports
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August 10, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

IRS warns of tax scams targeting Illinois residents

Staff Report CHICAGO — The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is encouraging Illinoisans to be on guard against tax scams promoted by
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August 10, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Timber Lake stages ‘The Spitfire Grill’ Aug. 11-21

Staff Report MOUNT CARROLL, Ill. — Timber Lake Playhouse (TLP), northwestern Illinois’ professional summer theater, follows the smash hit Children of
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August 10, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Tricoci University of Beauty Culture in search of No. 1 fan

Staff Report Do you obsess over which OPI polish goes best with your skin tone? Do you love nothing more than
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August 10, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | 2 Comments

Forest Glen offers free tickets to Milwaukee’s Irish Fest

By Alf G. McConnell Staying active and involved in the community is a good way to remain youthful and healthy, to
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August 10, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Winnebago County common real estate tax questions

WINNEBAGO COUNTY COMMON REAL ESTATE TAX QUESTIONS Winnebago County Administration Building Offices (Involved in Property Taxes) 404 Elm Street Room 301 Rockford, IL 61101
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August 10, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Livingston County citizens protest factory hog farm proposals

Staff Report Two hearings were held Aug. 4 to discuss two proposed Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFOs) in Livingston County. Both
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August 10, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives> Regional News | Comments (0)

Aug. 6 deadline for Polly Berg floral arrangement contest

By Sylvia Pagel All amateur floral designers are invited to compete for the annual Polly Berg Memorial Award at the
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August 3, 2011 | Also published in Local News> Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

CAPA auditions Aug. 9 at Auburn High School

Staff Report High school students interested in pursuing an education that focuses on the arts, as well as academics, are invited
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August 3, 2011 | Also published in Local News> Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Kindergarten enrollment under way in Rockford schools

Staff Report Kindergarten enrollment is now under way for Rockford Public Schools. Parents are encouraged to register their children now to
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August 3, 2011 | Also published in Local News> Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Local Foods Dinner Aug. 8 at Social Urban Bar

Staff Report University of Illinois Extension is continuing its efforts to connect local food producers, restaurants and diners through the third
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August 3, 2011 | Also published in Local News> Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Sustainable weed control workshops Aug. 10, 25

Staff Report Grow a healthy garden and a healthy environment through sustainable vegetable gardening practices. University of Illinois Extension is presenting
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August 3, 2011 | Also published in Living> Local News> Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Army Corps of Engineers identifies non-native species

Staff Report The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers released an Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS) White Paper July 27, the first interim
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August 3, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives> Regional News | 1 Comment

National Night Out event at Rockford’s Oxford Park Aug. 2

Staff Report Tuesday, Aug. 2, 2011, marks the Edgewater neighborhood’s celebration of National Night Out. Local elected and appointed officials will
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July 27, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | 2 Comments

National Minority Donor Awareness Day Aug. 1

Staff Report Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White has released a new Public Service Announcement (PSA) for radio aimed at creating
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July 27, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Benefit lunch for Special Olympics at Texas Roadhouse

Staff Report NORMAL, Ill. — Texas Roadhouse restaurants in nine Illinois locations will be teaming up with their local law enforcement
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July 27, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Low-income residents access food at farmers’ markets

Staff Report BLOOMINGTON, Ill. — Speaking to a local food summit at the Illinois Farm Bureau July 11, the state’s leading
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July 27, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Low-cost pet vaccine clinic set for July 29

Staff Report SPAY Illinois is hosting a low-cost pet vaccine clinic Friday, July 29, at the Northwest Community Center, 1325 N.
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July 27, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Pet Talk: Exploring the human-animal bond

From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University Humans and animals have interacted together for thousands of years. From the very
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July 27, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Theater Review: Timber Lake opens ‘Red Herring’ comedy

By Bill Beard Theater Critic The current production at Timber Lake Playhouse’s charming and consistently impressive little theater in the deep woods
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July 20, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Cheap Trick in ‘Dream Police’ in Milwaukee starting Oct. 7

Staff Report Rockford’s Cheap Trick will be featured in Dream Police at Potawatomi Bingo Casino’s Northern Lights Theater in Milwaukee during
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July 20, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

State provides $4.2 million for Morgan Street bridge

Staff Report State of Illinois Secretary of Transportation Ann Schneider informed Rockford Mayor Larry Morrissey that the State will provide $4,261,907
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July 20, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Beverly Broyles new Mendelssohn executive director

Staff Report Beverly Broyles will begin as executive director of the Mendelssohn Performing Arts Center (MPAC) July 25. Broyles, a Rockford resident,
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July 20, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Statehouse News: Feds halt Illinois Medicaid reform

By Benjamin Yount Illinois Statehouse News CHICAGO — The federal government says Illinois cannot ask Medicaid recipients to prove how much they
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July 20, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives> Statehouse News | Comments (0)

Find out ‘Does It Float?’ July 22 at Discovery Center

Staff Report Float a boat, sink a submarine, and make your own toy at Discovery Center Museum for their “Does It
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July 20, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

FBI report: Crime down 5.9 percent in Rockford

Staff Report The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) released the 2010 preliminary Uniform Crime Report and reported that national levels of
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July 13, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

‘Wild West Show’ at July 16-17 Oregon Trail Days

Staff Report OREGON, Ill. — Oregon Trail Days, July 16-17 at Lowden State Park in Oregon, Ill., will feature Wild West
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July 13, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Oregon Trail Days Outdoor Saloon and Eatery July 16

Staff Report OREGON, Ill.—Johnny Cash, country music, good food and cold beer are on tap for the second annual Oregon Trail
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July 13, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Katie’s Choice Book Club to meet July 18, 21

Staff Report Katie’s Choice Book Club will discuss The Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein at 7 p.m.,
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July 13, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Win free groceries for a year from Illinois Farm Families

Staff Report BLOOMINGTON, Ill. — It turns out there is such thing as a free lunch after all, thanks to Illinois
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July 13, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | 1 Comment

Pet Talk: Be sure to screen for cancer in canines

From College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University Cancer is a debilitating disease affecting millions of Americans daily. The same is
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July 13, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Theater Review: Timber Lake’s ‘Sweet Charity’ delicious

By Bill Beard Theater Critic The first time I saw Sweet Charity was in 1967 at the Prince of Wales Theatre
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July 6, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives> Theater | Comments (0)

PAWS Humane Society adoption event at CherryVale

Staff Report PAWS Humane Society will hold a two-day “Big Tent” Adoption Event from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, July
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July 6, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Charlotte’s Web holds Open House July 8

Staff Report Snapshotmusic and Charlotte’s Web are delighted to invite you to an Open House from 6 to 9 p.m., Friday,
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July 6, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

Jim Gill performs at Discovery Center July 8

Staff Report Rockford native and professional singer/songwriter/author Jim Gill will perform at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., Friday, July 8, at
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July 6, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

July 9 Brat/Hot Dog Lunch to benefit troops

Staff Report Grace United Methodist Church’s United Methodist Men’s Group, together with the Northern Illinois Conference UMM and the Blue Star
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July 6, 2011 | Also published in Online Exclusives | Comments (0)

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